• Garden Storytime | Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden

    Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Minneapolis, United States

    Kids’ nature stories and activities led by a garden naturalist! No registration required, meet outside the Visitor Shelter

  • Library Book Sale!

    Library Book Sale | Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN, United States

    Looking for your next read? Curious about a new subject? Or need to refresh the kids collection? Join us at the Mn Landscape Arboretum Library Book Sale (Oct 3, 4 & 5) and discover a gently used book, puzzle or DVD. There are so many subjects to choose from, perhaps...

    Free – $20
  • Fall Activities | Fresh Acres Fall Festival

    Fresh Acres Fall Festival 8102 72nd ST NE, Monticello, MN, United States

    We have all the things expect at a corn maze such as additional activities (pumpkin patch, petting zoo, inflatables, combine slide, yard games, corn cannon, bale mountain, and more), as well as vendors to provide food. Keeping with our mission, we only use synthetic chemicals when there is no other...

    $12
  • Fall Festival | Fresh Acres Farm

    Fresh Acres Fall Festival 8102 72nd ST NE, Monticello, MN, United States

    he Fresh Acres Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch was created with your entire family in mind! Bring the whole family to celebrate the autumn season with us starting in September. Get your tickets at the door! ​ This year our fall festival is bigger and better than ever with corn mazes,...

  • Viking Fest MN | Dakota County Fairgrounds

    Viking Fest MN | Dakota County Fairgrounds

    Dakota County Fairgrounds 4008 220th Street W, Farmington, United States

    A bold new celebration of Viking heritage is coming to the Dakota County Fairgrounds (4008 220th St W, Farmington), for two weekends, October 4 & 5 and October 11 & 12 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. each day. Viking Fest, an immersive experience meant to celebrate and educate guests...

  • Great Pumpkin Expo | Anoka City Hall

    Anoka City Hall 2015 1st Avenue N, Anoka

    3 separate spooktackular contests at one location! …and so much more…. Join us as we kick off our 2025 festival season with gigantic pumpkins, food trucks, merchandise vendors and classic car expo!! Any questions please email:  Thehalloweencapital@gmail.com  All entries must be dropped off between 9-10:30 am at City Hall. Volunteers will be available to direct...

  • Hyland Hills Fall Chairlift Rides

    Fall Chairlift Rides | Hyland Hills

    Hyland Hills Ski Area 8800 Chalet Road, Bloomington, MN, United States

    Ride a chairlift to the top of Mount Gilboa for a picturesque view from one of the highest elevations in Hennepin County. Bring a blanket, enjoy live music, seasonal crafts and more at this family friendly event. Brand New this Year- We are welcoming Carlson’s Lovable Llamas and our friends...

    $10
  • Fall Festival | Anoka County Fairgrounds

    Fall Festival | Anoka County Fairgrounds

    Anoka County Fair Grounds 3200 St. Francis Blvd NW, Anoka, MN

    The Anoka County Fall Festival takes place October 3–5, 2025, at the Anoka County Fairgrounds and is open daily from 11 AM to 7 PM. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for kids ages 5–12, and free for children 4 and under. Your ticket includes fall favorites like hay rides,...

  • Kids Yoga in the Gardens | MN Landscape Arboretum

    MN Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, MN, United States

    Join us for exciting and enriching Kids Yoga classes (adults welcome) designed to nurture the mind, body and spirit of your little ones! Each dynamic and fun-filled session incorporates a blend of breath work, meditation, movement, rest, games and laughter, all while exploring the wonderful world of yoga. Please register...

  • PryesFest 2025: Three Weekends of Oktoberfest Fun | Pryes Brewing

    Pryes Brewing Company 1401 West River Road N, Minneapolis, United States

    Cue the accordion: PryesFest is back, and it is going to be WUNDERBAR! Join the fun on the Pryes Brewing patio for steins of PryesFest Märzen or Pragmatic Pilsner in the beer garden, live traditional Oktoberfest music, a baby goat pen, pumpkin decorating and facepainting for the kiddos, giant pretzels...

  • Treasure Island | Children’s Theatre Company

    Children's Theatre Company 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Treasure Island at Children's Theatre Company The sea is calling! Join young Jim Hawkins and the infamous Long John Silver on a bold, ensemble‑driven story of adventure, high stakes, and transformation—filled with pirates, sword fights, live music, and theatrical magic. In this classic tale, you’ll witness a coming-of-age tale rich...

    $25 – $79
  • Family Costume Party Concert | Dakota Valley Symphony

    Ames Center 12600 Nicollet Ave, Burnsville, United States

    This isn’t just a concert—it’s a celebration of 40 years of musical magic. With narration, costumes, and a program designed to spark wonder, it’s the perfect way to introduce young audiences to the symphony and create lasting memories. Concert Details: Fun & Games: Join us starting at 1 PM for...

    $3
  • Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular | Minnesota Zoo

    Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular | Minnesota Zoo

    Minnesota Zoo 13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley, MN, United States

    The Minnesota Zoo’s most illuminating event, Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, returns for its seventh year this fall, running nightly from Friday, Sept. 26 through Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025. Guests can wander a magical trail that’s part pumpkin patch and part art installation, marveling at more than 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins. New in...

    $14 – $18